Bar Shift Leader Review
at JD Wetherspoon
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Hospitality Management
Cardiff / Caerdydd
Review Submitted: March 2023
Overall Rating
5 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
I've had a great experience so far, the apprenticeship has opened up more opportunities for me and is helping my knowledge grow side by side with progression in the workplace. It's been a lovely transition and an easy process.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I absolutely love it.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have developed existing skills by writing and communicating about what I have done each shift. I have also learnt about my job and the law surrounding it in more detail.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very, it's super easy to do. The trainers set out very clearly what they expect you to do. The communication is wonderful aswell.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
The support from my employer has been great. It's benefited a lot of people.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I received an abundance of support right from the start and continue to do so. Any time I have a question, or need a chance explaining more things, it's sorted for me straight away.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I think it's going to make me better at my role due to the in depth knowledge I have. I'm also more aware of certain things in my role that I would never have thought about if it wasn't through doing this apprenticeship
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
Yes, we raise a lot of money for charity. We hold annual darts nights, annual football games for the whole area and individual charity events each month
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend JD Wetherspoon to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It's a great thing to do for personal and professional growth
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to JD Wetherspoon?
Just do it, take a moment to expand your knowledge. This will make you a well rounded employee and give you more opportunities in the future
